Lava Jato
Former federal deputy André Vargas, convicted in Operation Lava Jato, attended the inauguration of a Police Federal base in Maringá, Paraná, on Friday, March 27, alongside PT leaders. He holds the position of PT general secretary in the state and seeks to revive his political career with support from allies and the Lula government. Vargas denies injustice in his conviction and claims readiness to contribute in Parliament.
Imeripotiwa na AI
José Gomes Graciosa, a councilor at the Rio de Janeiro State Audit Court, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for money laundering through Swiss accounts. The ruling was issued by the Special Court of the Superior Court of Justice, with a 7-4 vote, though he can still appeal. His ex-wife was also sentenced, but her penalty was converted to community service.